Top Braga Day Trips

Enjoy this tour, which will enable you to explore the nature and culture of the Peneda-Gerês National Park, in a single day. You will be exploring the villages, mountains, rivers and waterfalls of this park, which has a kind of scenery which is hard to find anywhere else. Beside the landscapes, fauna and flora and the numerous wild rivers which form some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Portugal, it has a rich culture, history and heritage. Its monuments go back to the time before the birth of the nation, its villages still retain their peculiar culture and traditions, and villagers still live as their ancestors did.

This tour is organized so that anyone looking for us does not have to worry about anything in relation to this day and has space to enjoy and take pleasure in the natural beauty of our park ...

This Experience was carefully designed for true lovers of mountain hikes. This experience provides, in addition to the benefits of mountain hiking, a very direct contact with the ancestral traditions of pastoralism in the villages through the visit to their corrals and shelters, but it also has a very strong natural component of relaxation between places. Everything is programmed at a pace that allows people to enjoy the places without haste so that they can truly take advantage of these places ... For lovers of waterfalls and lagoons it is undoubtedly an asset as several are presented along the route after lunch that are not within the reach of the normal walker ... We have this experience tested with good results so we strongly believe in its quality and we decided to share it with anyone who wants to venture with us. We are waiting for you

Come and share with us a day of authentic experiences full of history and tradition, strolling through the black capes that students have worn for about 500 years, at the most ancient University of Portugal (16th century) and its incomparable Joanina Library, one of the most beautiful libraries in the world.

We offer you a real private tour, because of that it can be customized to better fit your personal interest, you can even change it during the day, please feel free to ask. Do you want to try a demanding hiking? perhaps a easy one? you are more interested in old villages and their inhabitants? landscapes? just name it and let us take care of all, at the end of the day what really maters is your happiness.

We’ll drive up and down the hills of Gerês and show you what few people ever get to enjoy. A Keen Tours day trip to Gerês offers a complete experience unfolding the History, Culture and Nature on the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Explore the mountains in a small group setting, hiking through centuries old paths that cut through luxuriant woods and reaching the best viewpoints for fantastic views. Experience a forest included in the European Network of Biogenetic Reserves and a bit of the 318 km (198 miles) of the geira – the roman highway Via XVIII from Braga (former Bracara Augusta) to Astorga (Asturica Augusta), in Spain. Depending on the weather, bathe in the fresh, clear waters of the mountain waterfalls or soak in the hot springs used since (at least) the romans, admire the newborn baby horses in the woods or enjoy the magnificent colour palette of the leaves falling – whatever the season, the tour is bound to amaze you.

We are passionate about people, so we always put their interest first. Passion for people allows us to listen to them and offer them exactly what they want. Come and enjoy this wonderful day with us and discover the landscapes of Gerês.

Explore the Alto Minho region on this comprehensive tour from Braga. With a guide in the lead, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary that is all arranged for you; just simply sit back and enjoy the ride and the scenery. Highlights include the village of Arcos de Valdevez, the town of Ponte de Lima, an the city of Viana do Castelo. Midday, stop for a traditional Portuguese lunch that enables you to learn about and taste Portuguese cuisine.

Douro it´s not only the third largest river in the Iberian Peninsula, it´s also an entire region with one of a kind landscapes, traditional villages and of course in Portugal, the region where is produced the world famous Porto Wine. Since 2001 World UNESCO Heritage, Douro Valley is considered one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world, spreading along the river banks the wine estates create an unique man made landscape with nice slopes covered with vineyards in terraces that goes from the river until the top of the hill´s. Come with us trough some world nicest roads in a really private and customizable tour where the most important thing is your happiness. Don´t worry about schedules, as long as you´re enjoying we will be there.

Discover Saint James of Compostela: feel like a true pilgrim! Witness a unique experience of faith in this World Heritage Site. Finish the day at the fortress of Valença, with the taste of Vinho Verde. All of this and much more, without haste, at your own pace, accompanied by an experienced and friendly certified guide.

Take a tour of Portugal’s Alentejo region during this full-day excursion. Stop at the Almendres Cromlech to see the pre-historic human presence in the area before making your way to Evora. Learn about the history of the city and see landmarks such as the ancient Roman Temple, the cathedral and bones chapel, and the historic city center. Then visit the medieval city of Monsaraz on your way back to Lisbon.

Pick-up in your Hotel/Port in Porto Trip to Peso da Régua Visit to a winery with Top Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings, explained by someone from the producers family, that really feels what is explaining Visit to a place with rocks that have something very ancient and special,related to Wine, Olive Oil and the Old gods. Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) with a Chapel built over the t emple of a Fertility goddess. Trip to Pinhão through N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Visit to the Pinhão Railway Station with its historical tiles Rabelo Boat Trip (1 hour Pinhão-Romaneira-.Pinhão, a nice trip to hava a different perspective from the Douro Valley) Visit to a beautiful Winery with Wine, Olive Oil and Honey Tastings, with a private Miradouro (Considered by BBC one of the most beautiful landscapes of the World) or a nice Olive Oil Museum which is also a Winery. Return to your Hotel/Port in Porto or transfer to Douro Valley

Day 1 Pick-up at the Hotel Trip to Peso da Régua Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Visit to a typical Quinta (Wine Estate) with wine tasting Trip from Peso da Régua to Pinhão through N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Lunch (Local Gastronomy) or Gourmet Experience (at your will) Visit to the historical train station of Pinhão Rabelo boat trip(1 hour) Wine and Olive Oil Tastings Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Return to the Hotel Day 2 Pick-up at the Hotel Trip to Lamego Traditional Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings Visit to the Shrine of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Visit to Lamego´s Castle and Medieval Cistern Visit to the Archeological Center Visit to Se´s Cathedral Visit to the Visigothic Chapel of Balsemão Lunch (Local Gastronomy) Visit to Ucanha´s Roman Bridge and Fortified Tower Visit to the Murganheira Wine Cellars with sparkling wine tasting Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Return to the Hotel

We set off towards Amarante and its traditional streets where we breathe in History and Heritage.  The trip continues onto Régua, with a quick stop at an observation point in Mesão Frio. It was from Peso da Régua that, in past centuries, the typical Rabelo boats transported the barrels of wine to Vila Nova de Gaia. And this story can be witnessed in the Douro House, with its stained glass where you can see portrayed the history of the Douro Demarcated Wine Region. The Railway Station, where the first train arrived in 1879, is a must-visit. We leave for Pinhão and, once there, we suggest a walk along the river bank, a quick visit to the train station, with its typical tiles, and then on to an estate and Port wine tasting in 'Quinta do Tedo'.

A ten hours tour that will take you to the Essence of Jewish Sephardic culture! Visit the medieval Synagogues, the old Jewish quarters, discover the physical marks left in the architecture and the Sephardic legacy that overhang local culture until our days. Get to know the astonishing villages, where the true History of Portuguese and Spanish Jews is kept! Holders of a unique culture, Portuguese and Spanish Jews formed one of the most important Communities in both countries. With an Iberian essence, they were determinant for the creation and growth of both countries powerful Empires. We will take you through villages of unique beauty, where for a long time reigned the harmony of the promised Sepharad. We will also take you through History and walk on the same paths in which thousands of people, who had their lives destroyed by intolerance and violence, walked for survival. Discover crypto-Judaism, the best kept Portuguese secret guarded for five centuries.

Pickup in your Hotel/Port in Porto Trip to Peso da Régua Visit to a winery with Top Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings, explained by someone from the producers family, that really feels what is explaining Visit to a place with rocks that have something very ancient special, related to Wine, Olive Oil and the Old gods. Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) with a Chapel built over the temple of a Fertility goddess. Trip to Pinhão trhough N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Visit to the Pinhão Railway Station with is historical tiles Rabelo Boat Trip (1 hour Pinhão-Romaneira-Pinhão, a nice trip to have a different perspective from the Douro Valley) Visit to a beautiful Winery with Wine, Olive Oil and Honey Tastings, with a private Miradouro (Considered by BBC one of the most beautiful landscapes of the World) or a nice Olive Oil Museum which is also a Winery. Return to your Hotel/Port in Porto or transfer to Douro Valley.

Located in the mountainous system of the Peneda Gerês National Park, with 1300m of altitude, Serra da Peneda is one of the mountains with beautiful landscapes. Despite of the size, our mountain ebikes helps you enjoy the route without getting tired of pedaling in order to pay attention to the details of the mountain. This route takes you to know the most beautiful and historic places of this mountain in a unique and unforgettable way through places that otherwise would not be possible to reach. Along the way you will visit typical historic mountain villages, some of them abandoned, which, due to their rudimentary constructions, it looks like the famous movie Lords of the Rings. Filled with history, our guides guarantee that you will come to know the particularities of each place. This is an 40Km course and an accumulated 1400meter-drop, mostly on dirt tracks, it was designed for anyone with a moderate technical and physical level that could be suited to the skills of each client

Our 1 DAY ARCOS DE VALDEVEZ TOUR joins Nature and Adventure! In a comfortable van with guides Centro Aventura you will get to know Arcos de Valdevez in a different way! We will visit some of the most historic villages of Arcos de Valdevez such as Sistelo (one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal), Mezio, Soajo among others! We will walk small trails with breathtaking landscapes! We will explore by bike small routes that will take us to places of privileged beauty. We will make another stop to live the experience of rappelling with a magnificent view as well as a bold circuit of tree climbing! Without forgetting the rich gastronomy of this municipality as well as the famous Arcos Cigars (one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal)! Come with us and ADVENTURE yourself on the NATURE, history, tradition and gastronomy of the Municipality of Arcos de Valdevez.

Campo do Gerês Gate Entrance, inserted in a Museological Nucleus, is one of the 5 gates of Peneda Gerês National Park. Visitors can see an exhibition with generic content about the region, about the main natural and cultural values of the National Park and the reason why it gathers several reasons of interest. After visiting the museums, you will have the opportunity to do a hiking trail (self-guided) and visit the places of history and culture learned.

Discover the magic city of Santiago de Compostela on this complete guided city tour. You won’t have to worry about booking transport as hotel pickup and drop-off included. See most of the city highlights in a day, such as the Romanesque Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and taste typical food. Walkthrough the enchanting streets, admire the beautiful squares and be amazed by this old town. - Hotel pickup and drop-off included - Visit Santiago de Compostela with a guide so you don't get lost - Delicious typical food tasting, lunch, dessert & coffee included - Includes ticket to the Cathedral and its museum - Ideal overview of the city for first-time visitors

This is an adventure for all your senses! Pick-up at the Hotel Trip to Peso da Régua Visit to a winery with Top Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings, explained by someone from the producers family, that really feels what is explaining. Visit to a place with rocks that have something very ancient ans special, related to wine, olive oil and the old gods. Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) with a Chapel built over the temple of a Fertility goddess. Visit to the Medieval Bridge and Tower of Ucanha Village. Lunch in a nice local restaurant, with delicious traditional food. Visit to the Visigothic Chapel of Balsemão. Trip to Pinhão through N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Visit to the Pinhão Railway Station with its historical tiles Tastings in a beautiful Winery with a private Miradouro (Considered by BBC one of the most beautiful landscapesof the World) As is a private tour, we may personalize this experience especiallyfor you.

Welcome to Minho a land of hospitable people and unique landscapes, this journey into such a wonderful region aims to show you a this part of the real Portugal. Away from the crowded places we will spend our day driving through rural roads crossing mountains and valleys, tinted by a myriad of colors splashed by dozens of little villages still untouched where people keeps living in the same way they used to do many years ago. You will have the chance to visit some of this tiny villages and grab the opportunity to learn more about the way people lives getting to know the traditions and fall in love with the unique landscapes all day long. Being a private tour totally made at your pace it is up to you to choose where stay longer at the end of the day what really matter is your happiness.

Discover the natural paradise of Paiva Walkways & Arouca Geopark. You won’t have to worry about booking transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. Paiva Walkways are located on the left bank of the Paiva River, in Arouca, providing a walk surrounded by unique beauty of landscapes, in an authentic natural sanctuary along the brave waters downhills, quartz crystals and endangered species in Europe. Refresh yourself in the clear waters of the river beaches. After lunch, meet the Arouca Geopark, recognized by UNESCO as a Geological Heritage of Humanity. A journey that will remain in the heart, soul and mind of any nature lover. - Hotel pickup and drop-off included - Professional Driver - Typical Lunch option - A must-do for nature and adventure lovers

More than a trip about remarkable monuments and places, "Braga - A Timeless Treasure" is a tour across the history and stories of the city, it is about artisans responsible for the traditions of the whole region...and you will visit them! This tour is meant to appeal to all 5 of the senses!